India: News

08 Dec 2018

Physics

#CBSE2019: Websites for taking online CBSE Class 12 mock tests

For many CBSE Class 12 students, board exam preparation can be quite stressful. To give a boost to their exam preparation process, students can take online mock tests.

Doctor sues coaching-institute after failing to crack AIIMS-entrance, wins case

Every year in India, lakhs of students in India appear for various entrance exams.

08 Dec 2018

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

#IndiaInAustralia: Rishabh Pant scripts new record to overtake Dhoni

Indian cricket team wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant is only into his sixth Test.

08 Dec 2018

Test Cricket

#IndiaInAustralia: Ishant Sharma now has 50 Test wickets against Australia

Ishant Sharma has been a revelation as India's leading pace bowler and he looked terrific in the first Test against Australia, being held in Adelaide.

08 Dec 2018

Aadhaar Card

DigiLocker: How to store government documents on India's 'digital locker'

We all know the importance of government-issued documents like Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License etc.

07 Dec 2018

Indian Railways

#Train18: Launch date, route, features of India's first engine-less train

Train 18, the first engine-less train in India, is set to become the country's fastest after breaching the 180kmph mark during a test run on the Kota-Sawai Madhopur section.

07 Dec 2018

Israel

India abstains from voting on UNGA resolution over Hamas activities

India abstained from voting on a US-sponsored UN General Assembly draft resolution that would have condemned, for the first time, the activities of Hamas and other militant groups in Gaza.

07 Dec 2018

Apple

Apple iPhone XR is the top-rated single-camera smartphone: DxOMark

Apple's best-selling flagship of the year, the iPhone XR, also happens to be the best single-camera smartphone currently available.

#FinancialBytes: All you need to know about National Pension System

In India, a majority of citizens are not covered under any pension scheme. Many don't give enough importance to retirement planning, which is crucial for maintaining financial stability and security post-retirement.

07 Dec 2018

Test Cricket

#IndiaInAustralia: Sunil Gavaskar has this message for Team India

Legendary cricketer and current television commentator Sunil Gavaskar has urged Team India to drop struggling KL Rahul, if the batsman fails with the bat in the second innings of the first Test against Australia in Adelaide.

07 Dec 2018

MJ Akbar

In MJ Akbar vs Priya Ramani, more witnesses record statement

Three witnesses recorded their statements on Friday against Priya Ramani, who is facing criminal defamation suit filed by former MoS External Affairs MJ Akbar.

07 Dec 2018

YouTube

Hockey World Cup 2018: Know everything about India vs Canada

India and Canada hockey men's team will lock horns in a Pool C match of the 2018 Hockey World Cup, at the Kalinga Stadium on Saturday, December 8.

07 Dec 2018

Mumbai

Samsung's 10 times brighter 'Cinema LED' launches in Mumbai

In a bid to upgrade conventional movie-watching experience, Samsung has launched its revolutionary Cinema LED at INOX Mumbai.

07 Dec 2018

Dubai

Nokia 8.1 unveiled in Dubai: Specifications, features, and price

HMD Global has unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone, the Nokia 8.1, in Dubai.

#CareerBytes: Top 5 mobile apps for UPSC preparation

The UPSC Civil Services Examination is one of the most challenging exams and cracking it isn't easy without right preparation.

07 Dec 2018

Bollywood

#MeToo: Mumbai police gives Subhash Ghai a clean chit

In the #MeToo wave which finally hit India after a long time, several celebrities, including Vikas Bahl, Sajid Khan, Alok Nath, were accused of sexual harassment.

07 Dec 2018

Health & Wellness

#HealthBytes: Top 5 natural remedies to cure sore throat

A sore throat, causing pain and irritation, can be quite uncomfortable, especially when you swallow.

06 Dec 2018

X

Twitter India releases 2018's Biggest Moments in India on Twitter

The year 2018 has surely been a roller-coaster ride, and because we live in the world of social media, people have connected, debated, learned and had conversations on Twitter.

06 Dec 2018

Facebook

Desperate to get back to normal life now: Vinta Nanda

Writer-director Vinta Nanda, who has accused actor Alok Nath of rape and sexual harassment, says now she "desperately" wants to return to normal life.

06 Dec 2018

Health & Wellness

Here's how you can prevent catching Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Infections spread during sexual acts are known as Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).

06 Dec 2018

Yogi Adityanath

Accusing BJP of dividing society, Dalit MP Savitribai Phule resigns

Upset with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), MP Savitribai Phule resigned from the party on Thursday.

06 Dec 2018

Reliance Jio

iOS 12.1.1: Here's what you'll get with Apple's latest update

Apple has started rolling out iOS 12.1.1 - the latest iteration of its operating system for iPhones and iPads.

06 Dec 2018

Test Cricket

#IndiaInAustralia: Three things that summarise day one of first Test

India's batting woes, outside the sub-continent, continued even against Aussies.

06 Dec 2018

Bharti Airtel

Google Pixel 3 to get eSIM service with Jio, Airtel

Google has announced to bring eSIM support on its latest Pixel 3 flagship in India via Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

06 Dec 2018

Test Cricket

#IndiaInAustralia: Cheteshwar Pujara slams 16th career Test ton

Cheteshwar Pujara showed his authority and batting prowess to give India something to cheer for, in the ongoing first Test against Australia in Adelaide.

Deaths caused by potholes in last 5 years unacceptable: SC

In the last five years, over 14,926 people got killed across India in accidents due to potholes on roads.

Rupee falls 54 paise, touches 71 level against US dollar

The rupee depreciated by 54 paise and hit the 71 per dollar mark in early trade today, amid the strengthening of American currency and a weak opening in the domestic equity market.

06 Dec 2018

NBFC

#FinancialBytes: Need cash urgently? These 5 companies provide instant loans

The Internet has revolutionized the way we live and almost everything we do, including borrowing money at the click of a button.

Christian Michel, alleged AgustaWestland middleman, questioned overnight

Christian Michel was questioned by the CBI overnight and slept for only two hours, sources privy to the development told PTI.

06 Dec 2018

South Korea

India is the fourth highest emitter of Carbon Dioxide: Study

India is the fourth highest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world, accounting for 7% of global emissions in 2017, a study said yesterday.

06 Dec 2018

Bulandshahr

#BulandshahrViolence: Video shows mob chanted 'maaro, maaro', 'take his gun'

A disturbing video shows a frenzied mob yelling 'maaro, maaro' and 'take his gun', has emerged in the Bulandshahr violence which killed one police inspector and another youth.

06 Dec 2018

JEE

#CareerBytes: 6 online courses to help you in JEE preparation

Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), the toughest exam for engineering aspirants in India, is offered at two levels: JEE-Main and JEE-Advanced.

05 Dec 2018

Exams

#CBSE2019: 5 tips to score 90+ in Chemistry board exam

For many CBSE students preparing for board exams, chemistry is one of the most dreaded subjects. But it is a scoring subject and with the right preparation and planning, students can score high.

05 Dec 2018

Virat Kohli

Ricky Ponting divulges the method to rattle Virat Kohli

Former Australian captain and legend, Ricky Ponting, has devised a method which the Australian team can use to rattle Indian captain Virat Kohli.

05 Dec 2018

Zomato

Soon, drones could be delivering your Zomato orders

In a bid to expand its presence in India, Zomato has taken a step towards drone-based food delivery.

05 Dec 2018

Rohit Sharma

#IndiaInAustralia: Why Rohit Sharma should open in Tests against Aussies?

India were dealt with a severe blow ahead of the first Test against Australia, starting December 6.

05 Dec 2018

Xiaomi

Top 5 smartphones available in India under Rs. 8,000

With increasing internet penetration, more and more OEMs are introducing budget range smartphones in India, especially to tap into the developing rural markets.

05 Dec 2018

Bengaluru

#IIScBlast: Explosion inside lab kills 1 scientist, injures 3

A powerful explosion today rocked an aerospace laboratory at the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru, killing a scientist and grievously injuring three others.

05 Dec 2018

PAN Card

#PANCardRules: New PAN rules come into effect today; Details here

The Income Tax Department has introduced some important amendments to the Permanent Account Number (PAN) card rules effective from 5 December 2018.